Hopes for Green MP

Hopes for Green MP

Monday 13 July 2009 19.01 EDT
First published on Monday 13 July 2009 19.01 EDT

The byelection in Norwich North next week could be a watershed moment in British politics. It will provide an opportunity for us all to see the depth of anger that voters harbour for the establishment parties. It could also begin the change to a new, cleaner politics that focuses on social justice, civil liberties and the will to do what's needed to stop dangerous climate change. For the first time ever, a byelection is being held in an area of Green party strength. The Greens are already the official opposition to Labour on Norwich city council, and more Green councillors were elected in Norwich North last month than Labour and the Lib Dems combined. Norwich North could make history by electing Rupert Read as the first Green MP. He is a man of integrity who believes a better world really is possible. He will work with the local community to achieve that vision. That's why we urge voters to support him on 23 July.Mark Lynas, Mayer Hillman, Aubrey Meyer, John Stewart, Angie Zelter, Peter Tatchell, Mark Thomas